JAMES MADISON CHARTER ACADEMY SCHOOL

JAMES MADISON CHARTER ACADEMY SCHOOL is a public charter elementary school that is part of the School District No. 3 in the county of El Paso and State of school district, located in COLORADO SPRINGS, CO with about 145 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 7th Grade. With about 12 teachers, JAMES MADISON CHARTER ACADEMY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

James Madison Charter Academy (JMCA), located in Colorado Springs, is a tuition-free public charter school that serves students from kindergarten through eighth grade. The school distinguishes itself through a strong emphasis on the "Core Knowledge" curriculum, a content-rich academic program designed to provide students with a solid foundation in history, science, literature, and the arts. By fostering a structured learning environment, the academy aims to promote academic excellence while encouraging students to develop the character traits and habits necessary for long-term success.

Beyond its focus on core academics, JMCA is known for maintaining a smaller, community-centered atmosphere that prioritizes partnerships between teachers, parents, and students. The school places a high value on consistent communication and parental involvement, viewing the education of the child as a collaborative effort. By blending rigorous intellectual standards with a supportive school culture, James Madison Charter Academy strives to prepare its students not only for high school transition but also for responsible citizenship.

For more information, contact JAMES MADISON CHARTER ACADEMY SCHOOL at (719) 391-3977 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

660 SYRACUSE STREET
COLORADO SPRINGS, CO 80911-2546
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JAMES MADISON CHARTER ACADEMY SCHOOL is a public Charter school in COLORADO SPRINGS, CO with about 145 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Colorado

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
Yes
School District No. 3 in the county of El Paso and State of
Total Students:
145
Teachers:
12.23
NSLP Status:1
No
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th Grade
7th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 145 students

White
49.0%
Hispanic/Latino
24.8%
Two or more races
11.0%
Black or African American
9.7%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
2.1%
American Indian or Alaska Native
2.1%
Asian
1.4%

Female
48.3%
Male
51.7%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.